4. Hurricane Sandy (2012) – $36 Billion in Insured Losses
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Hurricane Sandy’s unusual trajectory brought destruction to the northeastern United States in 2012. It caused major flooding in New York City and inflicted heavy losses along the Atlantic coast, leading to $36 billion in insured losses.
Beyond Nature’s Fury: Financial Meltdown
While natural disasters dominate this list, a financial event takes the top spot.